Strong’s G1427

δώδεκα

Part of speech

Indeclinable Numeral (Adjective)

Transliteration

dódeka

Pronunciation

DOH-deh-kah

Definition

Twelve

Meaning

twelve; the usual way in which the Twelve apostles of Jesus are referred to.

Usage

The Greek word "δώδεκα" (dódeka) is a cardinal number meaning "twelve." It is used in the New Testament to denote the number twelve, often in reference to the twelve apostles or the twelve tribes of Israel. The number twelve holds significant symbolic meaning in biblical texts, often representing completeness or divine authority.

Bible references

Matthew 9:20;Matthew 10:1;Matthew 10:2;Matthew 10:5;Matthew 11:1;Matthew 14:20;Matthew 19:28;Matthew 19:28;Matthew 20:17;Matthew 26:14;Matthew 26:20;Matthew 26:47;Matthew 26:53;Mark 3:14;Mark 3:16;Mark 4:10;Mark 5:25;Mark 5:42;Mark 6:7;Mark 6:43;Mark 8:19;Mark 9:35;Mark 10:32;Mark 11:11;Mark 14:10